Eurowings partners with SITA to enhance passenger satisfaction

Eurowings has entered into a five-year contract with SITA – a Strategic Partner of the FTE Baggage Innovation Working Group – to deploy SITA Bag Journey for real-time tracking information of passenger bags. Eurowings has entered into a five-year contract with SITA – a Strategic Partner of the FTE Baggage Innovation Working Group – to deploy SITA […]

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EASA adopts FAA Emergency AD on Boeing 737-9 – no EU operators seen affected

The European Union Aviation Safety Agency has adopted an Emergency Airworthiness Directive (EAD) issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for a specific configuration of the Boeing 737-9 (MAX). The EAD, which grounds aircraft in this specific configuration until an inspection has been completed, follows an event on an Alaska Airlines flight, where an exit […]

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EASA adopts FAA Emergency AD on Boeing MAX 9 – no EU operators seen affected

The European Union Aviation Safety Agency has adopted an Emergency Airworthiness Directive (EAD) issued by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for a specific configuration of the Boeing 737 MAX 9. The EAD, which grounds aircraft in this specific configuration until an inspection has been completed, follows an event on an Alaska Airlines flight, where an […]

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EASA launches first survey for drone manufacturers

The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has launched the first survey for unmanned aircraft system (UAS) manufacturers (drones and kits) to assess the existing trends and future growth of the drone domain on the EU civil market. This information will be used to support the future development of the regulatory material on UAS. EASA […]

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Qatar Airways presents new collaboration with renowned Chef

Qatar Airways has announced a collaboration with renowned Qatari Chef, Noof al Marri, who will bring her passion for Qatari cuisine to the airline’s Business Class. Chef Noof al Marri is known for her innovative Qatari fusion concept, which is brought to life at the Desert Rose café in the National Museum of Qatar. Qatar […]

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AUS launches new reserved parking options

Austin-Bergstrom Airport has launched a new online parking reservation system that provides advance-booking for all on-airport campus parking options for “convenient and comfortable experiences”. Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) has launched a new online parking reservation system that provides convenient and easy, advance-booking for all on-airport campus parking options. This includes both parking garages and all […]

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EASA issues Safety Information Bulletin on volcanic ash events

The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has issued Safety Information Bulletin SIB 2023-13 “Flight in Airspace with Contamination of Volcanic Ash”. The SIB advises aviation actors on steps to be taken and risk assessments to be made in response to a volcanic eruption. The content of this SIB is based on the progress that has been […]

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Delta expands Digital ID program to LAX, LGA and JFK

Delta customers at LAX, LGA and JFK now have a quicker way to move through the airport. Delta Digital ID provides a seamless, hands-free way to navigate the airport, using biometric facial matching. Delta Air Lines customers in Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), LaGuardia Airport (LGA) and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) now have […]

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EASA/FAA task force defines alternative approach for authorising aviation software/hardware

COLOGNE/WASHINGTON, December 19 – The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) have agreed on a set of criteria to allow the industry to accept alternate development assurance standards for software and airborne electronic hardware certification. This will open the door to innovation in aviation through the acceptance of design […]

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John Ackerman confirmed as CEO of Los Angeles World Airports

John Ackerman has been confirmed as the new CEO of LAWA. Having previously held senior executive roles with DFW and DEN, he will take up the role in February 2024, following service from interim CEO Bea Hsu. John Ackerman has been confirmed as the new CEO of Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA). He will take […]

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